Friday — May 12

Larry Cordle & Clay Hess (concert)
Award-winning bluegrass singer-songwriter Larry Cordle performs at Bill’s Music Shop & Pickin’ Parlor (710 Meeting St. in West Columbia) with Clay Hess. Showtime is 8 p.m., and admission is $30., Visit billsmusicshop.com for more information.

A Day in May Breakfast
Saluda Shoals Park (5605 Bush River Rd. in Columbia) hosts the annual Day In May breakfast. The Day in May annual breakfast helps fund the no-cost recovery services for individuals and families provided by The Courage Center. Singer-songwriter Darren Woodlief performs, and WLTX journalist Sam Perez is the featured speaker. This event is free to attend and begins at 8 a.m. Visit couragecentersc.org for more information.

Dion Elmore (concert)
Singer, songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Dion Elmore performs at New Brookland Tavern (122 State St. in West Columbia). Elmore’s music mixes elements of hip-hop, R&B and ambient electronica. Showtime is 7 p.m. and S’way & The Apostrophe open the show. Tickets are $10 in advance and $15 at the door. Visit newbrooklandtavern.com for more information.

The Water Kickers (concert)
The folk/Americana duo The Water Kickers perform at Steel Hands Brewing (2359 Foreman St. in Cayce): “The duo combine intricate harmonies, heartfelt and emotional narratives, subtle rhythms, and sophisticated picking making their music relatable, engaging, and sure to sway your hearts and bodies.” Showtime is 6 p.m., and this event is free to attend. Visit facebook.com/steelhandsbrewing for more information.

Letron Brantley (concert)
Chayz Lounge (607 Meeting St. in West Columbia) and saxophonist Letron Brantley host “The Soul Jazz Experience.” Expect to hear hits and classics by Etta James, Tevin Campbell, Natalie Cole, The Isley Brothers, Marvin Gaye, Aretha Franklin, Stevie Wonder and more. Showtime is 8 p.m., and tickets are $25. Dressy attire is required. Visit chayzlounge.com for more information.

Saturday — May 13

Lake Murray Monster Cat
The Lake Murray Monster Cat night fishing tournament takes place at the Little River Marina (125 Big Mans Rd. in Leesville) starting at 4:30 p.m. Find more info at facebook.com/events/1843297372715774.

LLC 23 Cornhole Tournament
Leadership Lexington County’s class of 2023 is throwing a party at Irmo Community Park (7507 Eastview Dr.) to raise money for The Samaritan’s Well, which “empowers homeless women and children by providing them with shelter and life skills.” In addition to the cornhole competition, there will be food, drinks and a performance from local musician BC Villanova and His Amazing Friends. Entry costs $50. Find more info at facebook.com/leadershiplexingtoncounty.

Riverbanks Run
Head over to Riverbanks Zoo & Garden (500 Wildlife Pkw.) for the annual Riverbanks Run event. This 5K race that benefits wildlife conservation will wind through the park’s back roads, cross the Saluda River, and pass some of the most popular exhibits in the zoo. The run begins promptly at 7:15 a.m., and the cost is $45. This event is rain or shine. Visit riverbanks.org for more information.

SC Poultry Festival
The annual South Carolina Poultry Festival brings rides and games ($30 all-you-can-ride deal available May 11-12) and concludes May 13 with a variety of entertainment (including popular local bands Tokyo Joe and The Root Doctors), a parade, a 5K and a volleyball tournament. 5K is at 8 a.m., parade rolls at 10:15 a.m., and the festival goes from 5 to 11:30 p.m. on Saturday.

S.C. Philharmonic (concert)
The Harbison Theatre at Midlands Technical College (7300 College St. in Irmo) and the S.C. Philharmonic present “Best Of Hollywood,” a program that celebrates the best and most popular soundtracks to beloved films. Expect to hear songs from “Pirates of the Caribbean,” “Jurassic Park,” “Titanic,” “The Wizard of Oz” and more. Showtime is 3:30 p.m., and tickets are $40. Visit harbisontheatre.org for more information.

Lexington Wine Walk
The Icehouse Amphitheater (107 W. Main St.) and the Lexington Beautification Foundation hosts the 12th annual Lexington Wine Walk. There will be unlimited wine tastings and food for purchase. Attendees will receive a souvenir wine glass and enjoy music from Going Commando. The Wine Walk begins at 6 p.m. and is for adults 21 and over only (ID required). Admission costs between $30 and $45. Visit icehouseamphitheater.com for more information.

Blues Deluxe (concert)
Head over to the West Columbia Riverwalk Amphitheatre (109 Alexander Rd.) for the weekly Rhythm on the River concert series. Enjoy live blues music from Blues Deluxe from 6 to 9 p.m. This event is free to attend. Visit westcolumbiasc.gov for more information.

Mother’s Day Celebration
Wingard’s Market (1403 N. Lake Dr.) marks the grand reopening of its produce with a Mother’s Day celebration. Bring Mom and enjoy samples from Faithful Foods, have some strawberry shortcake, visit the gift shoppe for a free gift with $25 purchase and more. This event runs from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m and is free to attend. Visit wingardsmarket.com for more information.

Sunday — May 14

Moms Appreciation Drag Brunch
Columbia Kings n’ Things presents a drag brunch celebrating the “women that raised us” at the Hideout in WeCo (118 State St. in West Columbia): “No, not our real moms — the ones we watched on TV. Come see a drag tribute to your favorite moms from Disney, Pixar, and other cartoons. There are shows at 10 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. Tickets cost $10. Find more info at facebook.com/colakingsnthings.

Thursday — May 18

Mighty Kicks (concert)
The Icehouse Amphitheater (107 W. Main St.) hosts a performance by The Mighty Kicks. The variety band plays an array of beach music, Motown and soul classics. This show is part of the town’s Lexington Live spring concert series. The show is free to attend and starts at 6:30 p.m. Visit icehouseamphitheater.com for more information.

Across the County Line

“Blithe Spirit” (play)
The Newberry Community Players take to the city’s Ritz Theatre (1511 Main St.) to present acclaimed playwright Noel Coward’s “Blithe Spirit” May 12-21. The play concerns the socialite and novelist Charles Condomine, who invites the eccentric medium and clairvoyant, Madame Arcati, to his house to conduct a séance, hoping to gather material for his next book. Showtime is 7 p.m., and tickets are $15. Visit newberry-community-players.square.site for more information.

Taste of Black Columbia
The State Museum (301 Gervais St.) hosts the annual Taste of Black Columbia festival on May 12. The event presents a diverse sampling of food and beverage by a variety of restaurants and vendors in the community. The festival begins at 7:30 and runs until 10 p.m. Tickets are $100 for general admission and $275 for “Friend of the Taste,” which includes stage seating, all food samples provided by local chefs and caterers, an open bar with spirits provided by Jack Daniels and live entertainment. Visit blackexposouth.ticketspice.com for more information.

R&B Diva Powerhouse Fest (concert)
Get ready for an explosion of female R&B power at Colonial Life Arena (801 Lincoln St.) on May 12. Xscape, Tamar Braxton and Monica all perform, and local jazz act The Terence Young Experience opens the show. Showtime is 8 p.m., and tickets cost between $69 and $159. Visit coloniallifearena.com for more information.

Abilene (concert)
Classical fusion group Abilene performs at the Newberry Opera House (1201 McKibben St.) on May 12. The quartet “weds traditional phrases and instrumentation with current methods and creation.” Showtime is 8 p.m., and tickets are $35. Visit newberryoperahouse.com for more information.